News Writing - Tamara Jansen

Features for the North Platte Telegraph

A selection of my favorite, less serious work where I was able to really show my voice.

24th October 2025

Making the old new again: North Platte’s first fire station home to antique shop

24th October 2025

Medics patching up rodeo cowboys

24th October 2025

There’s no place like home for the holidays: Make travel less stressful for Rover and Mittens this year

Photo not my own

24th October 2025

Sunday Focus: Sweet summer spots

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Reporting Awards for the North Platte Telegraph

A selection of my writing awards and more serious voice

24th October 2025

At least 8 homes lost in fire

Associated Press, 2017: First place, Spot Reporting

24th October 2025

Two Armies of Angels Battle Over Name

Associated Press, 2017: Third Place, Enterprise Reporting

24th October 2025

Sharing Dark Truths, Together

- Associated Press, 2017: Third place, Personal Column
- Nebraska Press Women: First place, Personal Blog
- National Federation of Press Women: Third place, Personal blog

24th October 2025

Updated: Many ‘unknowns’ remain after I-80 wreck a week ago

Associated Press 2016: Third Place, General Reporting

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